Beginning Digital Video (DV)
As a beginner to the world of DV, I found myself with a need for information that seems to be spread all over the place. Hopefully this F.A.Q. will bring some common information for the beginner in one location.
What Is The Best Forum For Digital Video?
There really is no single forum that covers Digital Video at this time. Discussions related to this topic might be found in three different forums:
• For connecting DV to your computer the
Computer Hardware Help Forum would be a good place to start.
For processing your video once uploaded to your computer the
•
A/V Chat Forum and
•
Software Forums would be your best bet.
How Do I Input Video From Camera To Computer?
The preferred method is using IEEE 1394b technology also commonly known as Firewire.
OHCI-compliant 1394/FireWire card.
What Do I need To Have For Digital Video?
You need the following to start a Digital Video (DV) project
• Digital Video (DV) Camcorder.
• Firewire Card (preferred) or USB Input.
• Cable to connect the DV to your computer.
